Linda Yang

I will take a walk each day.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will take a 5-minute walk outside each day.

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day that I do this.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.